The CCRC and the conflict of interest problem

Started by Erik Narramore, January 31, 2022, 02:04:37 AM

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Erik Narramore

January 31, 2022, 02:04:37 AM
My understanding is that when the CCRC issue Statements of Reasons, they identify which commissioners have considered a particular case.  A commissioner would not be involved in reviewing cases where there is, or could be perceived to be, a conflict of interest.
"If the accusation is not proved beyond reasonable doubt against the man accused in the dock, then by law he is entitled to be acquitted, because that is the way our rules work.  It is no concession to give him the benefit of the doubt. He is entitled by law to a verdict of Not Guilty." - R v Adams

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January 31, 2022, 02:05:22 AM
If a particular commissioner has previously represented Jeremy in some professional capacity, he probably wasn't under any specific obligation to inform Jeremy, it's more about making full disclosure to the CCRC about his work and background and any potential conflicts before accepting the appointment; though I agree it would have been courteous to tell Jeremy if he was still acting for him at the time.
"If the accusation is not proved beyond reasonable doubt against the man accused in the dock, then by law he is entitled to be acquitted, because that is the way our rules work.  It is no concession to give him the benefit of the doubt. He is entitled by law to a verdict of Not Guilty." - R v Adams
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